April 23rd, 2026 Timelapse
On April 23rd, conditions began quietly in the morning, with a temperature averaging around 46.2°F. At the surface, winds were light, averaging just 3.3 mph, which contributed to a calm atmosphere. However, as we looked aloft, winds at 100 meters picked up slightly to an average of 6.4 mph, while higher altitudes such as 120 meters experienced even stronger breezes. This difference in wind speeds was significant, as it created a degree of turbulence, particularly at the interface where the gentle surface winds met the stronger currents aloft. The cloud cover was strikingly dense; with 88.2% coverage, low clouds dominated at 81.4%, while high clouds made up 45.4%. The low-level clouds drifted slowly across the sky, largely influenced by the light surface winds.
As the day progressed toward midday, the weather evolved into a completely overcast scene with 100% cloud cover. The temperature climbed to an average of 52.7°F, reflecting the warming influence of the clouds that trapped heat near the surface. Wind speeds at the surface showed a slight increase to 3.8 mph, while winds aloft at 100 meters decreased to 5.2 mph. This change led to a more pronounced wind shear effect, creating interesting interactions between the layers. The low clouds, now nearly entirely dominant, were pushed more vigorously across the sky, giving the impression of a thick, rolling blanket overhead. Although there was no precipitation, the substantial cloud mass painted a gray canvas, making the daylight feel muted and soft.
As evening approached, temperatures rose slightly to an average of 54.4°F. Winds at the surface became a bit stronger, averaging 5.1 mph, while winds at 100 meters increased to 7.8 mph. This continued differential in wind speed led to more turbulence, particularly as the lower layer of clouds began to thin, revealing glimpses of the high altitude skies. With 59% cloud cover persisting, the scene shifted to an intriguing layered effect, where some low clouds drifted lazily while the faster winds aloft began to disperse the high clouds above. This dynamic created a fascinating visual spectacle, as the low-level clouds seemed to swirl around, occasionally revealing the deeper blue sky beyond. Overall, the day transformed from a tranquil morning into a richly textured evening sky, highlighting the beauty of atmospheric dynamics in action.
April 23rd, 2026 Timeline
Screenshots with weather data (wind layers, clouds, precipitation)
Weather Info for April 23rd, 2026
Sunset: 8:09 PM